HPF 277.PO2: STRESS MANAGEMENT (2 Credit Hours)

HPF 277 Syllabus (Internet Free - 15 weeks)

HPF 277.PO2: STRESS MANAGEMENT (2 credit hours)

18WN (15 weeks) Syllabus

Friday, 5:50 PM – 7:40 PM, JCS

Instructor:Ms. Blazier

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Course Description: Examine current information and techniques related to stress management. Students learn basic concepts and skills related tothe holistic management of stress. Prerequisite: ENG 085*

Overview: This course provides students with a holistic approach to health focusing on competencies to manage stress. Students learn the relationship between lifestyle and health. Through the reflective use of specific skills, tools, and new knowledge, students will have an increased opportunity to enhance their lives and the lives of those around them. Prerequisite: ENG 085

Course Objectives

1) To improve one's personal knowledge of the holistic management of stress.

2) To increase awareness of the impact of choices on mental, emotional and physical well-being.

3) To motivate students to assume a greater sense of personal responsibility for well-being.

4) To work in groups and understand basic human relationships.

5) To promote problem solving skills.

6) To complete all related assessments both written and oral.

Class Format: Each class will include:

Stress Management techniques such as forms of relaxation

Problem solving activities

Basic stress management concepts

Coping skills and/or processing techniques

HPF 277: STRESS MANAGEMENT

Course Grading

KEYS TO YOUR SUCCESS
Reading Reflections - 23 @ 8 pts. / 184 pts.
Participation in class activities - 15 @ 21 pts. / 315 pts.
Weekly Journals – 11 @ 24 pts. / 264 pts.
Stress Self Assessments - 2 @ 40 pts. / 80 pts.
Practicums – 2 @ 40 pts. / 80 pts.
Final Reflection (70) and Evaluation (7) / 77 pts.
Total points available: / 1000 pts.
Extra Credit: 16 pts. max
Grading
GP / Points / % / GP / Points / % / GP / Points / %
4.0 / 1000-940 / 94–100% / 2.5 / 832-784 / 78-83% / 1.0 / 685-637 / 64-68%
3.5 / 939-880 / 88-93% / 2.0 / 783-735 / 73-77% / 0.5 / 636-588 / 59-63%
3.0 / 879-833 / 83-87% / 1.5 / 734-686 / 69-73% / 0.0 / < 588 / 58%

Note: Save this syllabus and all returned assignments until you have received your final grade. Any disputes over the final grade need to be addressed within four weeks of the end of class.

I - Incomplete:

In brief: Students may receive an “I” if, at least 90 percent (or as otherwise designated within the course syllabus), of the coursework is completed with an average grade of 2.0 to meet the objectives as specified in the course syllabus. The course objectives are to be satisfactorily completed during the next semester or within a shorter period of time as determined by the instructor. The instructor and student shall work together to determine when the work is to be completed taking into consideration any extenuating circumstances which may cause the one semester to be extended; however, a due date is required and may not exceed one year. If the student does not complete the course within the designated period, the Registrar will replace the “I” grade with the earned grade as originally assigned by the instructor on the Incomplete Grade form after one year.

The grade of “I” is not awarded to students who did not attend, or seldom attended, or to those who simply are not pleased with their final grades. Students receiving an “I” submit only the remaining work that had not been completed at the end of the semester. Students do not redo work that had already been graded or reregister for the course.

PLEASE NOTE: ATTENDANCE, PARTICIPATION AND COMMUNICATION ARE EXPECTED.

Participations Points are awarded for participation in class activities and discussions.
Tardiness or early departure may result in the loss of Participation Points.
After two absences, your grade will be deducted by 0.5 for the third absence. (Example: 3.5 will be lowered to 3.0 on the third absence).
NOTE: 4 classes or more missed for any reason, no grade above a 1.5 will be given.
Practicums and the Final Reflections require preparation prior to class.

HELP

Tutors (plus additionalservices for academic success) can be accessed by calling 517-796-8415 or by stopping by the Center for Student Success, Bert Walker Hall Room 123 on the Jackson Campus or the office at either JC @ LISD TECH, Adrian or the LeTarte Center, Hillsdale.

Students with disabilities who believe that they may need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact the Center for Student Success at 517-796-8415 as soon as possible to set up a meeting to ensure that such accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion. It is the responsibility of the student to self-report needed accommodations to the CSS.

HPF 277: Stress Management

Assignments & Responsibilities

HPF 277 is a 2 credit hour course. For each classroom hour, 2 hours of study (minimum) should be undertaken. Thus, for a given course, double the weekly classroom hours should be set aside for studying, reading and engaging in course related activities.

Weekly assignments include:

Textbook reading and Reports based on the readings
Relaxation Practices
Positive Practices
Reflections: Stress Assessments or Journal Entries or Final Reflections (see calendar)

All assignments are due on the due date given on the course schedule. There will be no exceptions to these deadlines.

1) WEEKLY READING ASSIGNMENT and READING REPORT

Each week there is a reading assignment (refer to the timetable).

For each chapter, list numerically and discuss two concepts or points of interestfrom the materials. Discuss the concepts and why they were of significance for you as follows:

Each comment (a and b) should be2 sentences minimum:

Define the concept: describe, define or summarize the concept and how you understood it in your own words. In other words, share what you learned.
Discuss how this concept applies to you, personally: two sentences (or more) providing your thoughts about the concept and/or how it might apply to you. ('I found the stages of grief interesting.'will get no points.)You may discussinconsistencies/ disagreements you have with the information.

For each concept, 4 points are possible: 2 points for concept, 2 points for personal application.

2 points / 1 points / 0 points
Length (both a) and b)) / Entry is required length. / Entry shorter than required. / Missing entry.
Define the concept / Concept is accurately defined. / Concept is minimally defined. / Misunderstands concept.
Discuss how this applies to you. / Makes clear connections between concept and personal experience that is meaningful. / Makes general connections between concept and personal application. / Little or no evidence of applying concept to own experience.

2) RELAXATION PRACTICES

Each week, a relaxation practice is assigned. You will be introduced to techniques during class. This practice should be used multiple times each week as part of your Stress Management program – daily would be ideal.

3) POSITIVE PRACTICES

Positive Practices are designed to impact your life on a number of levels: to promote and develop a positive mental attitude, to improve optimism and to encourage a conscious life design. Each set of activities is designed to provide you with a variety of ways of looking at how you think or offering daily practices for creating a positive mental attitude. At the end of the week, you will reflect on the impact of the practice and write about it in your journal. Once the week is over, you may choose to maintain the practice or let it go.

The basic idea is that you choose one option from those offered each week and practice it frequently during that time, observing your responses.

4) REFLECTIONS: STRESS SELF ASSESSMENTS, JOURNAL ENTRIES

Stress Self Assessments: At the beginning and near the end of the course, there is an extensive self-assessment to be completed and reflected on, regarding symptoms and coping strategies.

Journal Entries are described in the addendum under “Journal Writing: General Comments”. During many weeks, you will be reflecting on your stress management practices and learning, writing your thoughts in a journal. Please read “Journal Writing General Comments” for a further explanation of how to write your Journal entries. These may be typed or handwritten (onto the journal form) and handed in at the beginning of class when due (see Timetable). Late Journal Entries are not accepted. If you are absent, submit your journal entry online.

The JOURNAL ENTRIES, and the POSITIVE PRACTICES and RELAXATION PRACTICES upon which they are based, are the core of this stress management course. Working on a regular basis with the tools and skills that are presented, including taking the time to reflect on your responses, is the way that you will develop the habits that will make the difference in how you handle stress in your life. These are the practices that will stay with you and create a healthier, happier lifestyle for the duration of your life.

5) PRACTICES AND FINAL REFLECTIONS

The Self Esteem Practicum, Assertion Practicum and Final Reflections involve class activities that require preparation. You must come to class prepared in order to fully participate and benefit. Please ensure that you do the required work prior to attending class on these class days. (See course timetable.)

CAVEAT:

Revisions to the syllabus are unlikely but possible, should circumstances require them.

If the instructor is unable to attend class, a notice will be posted outside the classroom door.

If JC is closed, local radio stations will carry the announcement.

Academic Honesty

Be sure that all homework and assignments are your own work. Evidence of plagiarism or cheating on any exam or assignment will result in a "0" score for that assignment and notification of the Academic Dean. The JC Academic Honesty Policy can be found in your student handbook.

In Brief:

Plagiarism is defined as the failure to give credit for the use of material from outside sources.

Cheating is defined as obtaining answers/material from an outside source without authorization.

Faculty members who suspect a student of academic dishonesty may penalize the student by taking appropriate action up to and including assigning a failing grade for the paper, project, report, exam, or the course itself. Instructors must document all instances of academic dishonesty, beyond those of a minor nature, in writing to the Office of the Academic Deans.

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HPF 277 Syllabus (Internet Free - 15 weeks)

HPF 277 Calendar in Brief Winter 2018

(See HPF 277: PRACTICES AND ASSIGNMENTS for more details.)

Topic / Chapters / Practices
Week 1
Date: 1/19 / Introduction to Stress
Overview of Responsibilities / Review Syllabus
Chapter 1 The Nature of Stress / Stress Self Assessment
Week 2
Date: 1/26 / Managing Stress -
Symptoms and Sources / Chapter 2 The Body
Chapter 15 the Art of Breathing / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Week 3
Date: 2/2 / Healing from Within –
Relaxation and Alternatives for Self Care / Chapter 13 Add. Coping Skills
Chapter 25 Additional Relaxation Techniques / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Week 4
Date: 2/9 / Models of Health and Disease;
Time Management / Chapter 9 Time and Money
Chapter 14 The Art of Calm / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Week 5
Date: 2/16 / Self Esteem: Environments, Restructuring Thoughts, Acknowledging Strengths / Chapter 4 The Mind
Chapter 6 Reframing / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Week 6
Date: 2/23 / Self Esteem:
Setting Boundaries, Goal Setting / Chapter 17 The Power of Mental Imagery and Visualization / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Prepare Self Esteem
Practicum
Week 7
Date: 3/1 / Self Esteem Practicum / Chapter 8 Simple Assertiveness & Healthy Boundaries
Chapter 16 The Art of Meditation / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Week 8
Date: 3/8 / Effective Communication: Assertion I / Chapter 3 The Emotions
Chapter 12 Communication Skills / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Week 9
Date: 3/22 / Effective Communication: Assertion II / Chapter 11 Creative Problem Solving / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Prepare Assertion
Practicum
Week 10
Date: 3/29 / Assertion Practicum / Chapter 10 Expressive Art Therapy Chapter 21 Self Hypnosis & Autogenics / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Week 11
Date: 4/5 / Anger Management, Meditation, Art / Chapter 7 Comic Relief
Chapter 22 Nutrition / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading
Report
Week 12
Date: 4/12 / Nutrition / Chapter 18 Soothing Sounds
Chapter 23 Physical Exercise / Relaxation, PWP,
Journal & Reading Report
Week 13
Date: 4/19 / Fitness, Humor, Music / Chapter 5 The Spirit
Chapter 24 Ecotherapy / Relaxation, PWP, Stress
Self Assessment (repeated)
Week 14
Date: 4/26 / Spirituality – Meaning and Purpose / Extra Credit (if desired)
Chapter 19 and/or Chapter 20 / Relaxation, PWP,
Final Reflections
Week 15
Date: 5/3 / Final Reflections
Note: Mid-semester Break is 3/12 – 3/18

MAKING YOUR MARK

Answer these using any resource available. Knowing your course responsibilities will help you succeed.

QUESTIONS / ANSWERS
1. / READING REVIEWS:
How many Reading Reviews and how many points is each worth?
In general, when are they due?
Can they be turned in late? / Yes or No
2. / STRESS SELF ASSESSMENTS:
In general, when are assessments due and how many points for each?
Can they be handed in late? / Yes or No
JOURNALS:
How many journals and how many points for each?
In general, when are the journals due?
Can they be handed in late? / Yes or No
Writing the journal helps set the Intention, track the action/s and reflect on progress. / True or False
3. / PRACTICUMS:
How many practicums and how many points for each?
Can they be handed in late? / Yes or No
4. / ABSENCES:
If I miss a class, what are my responsibilities?
How many participation points do I earn per class?
How will absences affect my grade?
5. / FINAL:
Is there a final exam? / Yes or No
6. / PASSING:
How many points do I need to pass (2.0) this class?
7. / HELP:
What can I do if I need help with the course?
8. / QUESTIONS:
What questions do you have? Make sure you get them answered before you leave class today.

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HPF INSTRUCTOR-STUDENT CONTRACT

Sign this contract and hand it in to your Instructor.

I, ______, have read and I understand the ______course syllabus and outline. I further understand the following responsibilities related to the roles of both the instructor and the student.

I understand it is the responsibility of the instructor to meet the requirements of the syllabus.

These include:

Provide a positive learning environment
Provide relevant information and activities
Provide opportunities for making positive choices related to self-responsibility
Provide timely and meaningful feedback
Provide a system of grading
Provide opportunities for students to ask questions and address individual concerns

I understand my responsibilities as a student include:

Attending class as identified in the syllabus
Complete all assignments as defined by the course
Participate, to the best of my ability, in all activities, both in-class and out-of-class
Communicate with the instructor when there is doubt or confusion related to assignments or grading
Maintain respect and integrity during all interactive processes

I further understand that:

As a college student, I can expect to spend 2 hours of study time for each hour of in-class time
My attendance and active participation in class will positively influence my grade.

I have read the above contract related to the syllabus and course outline and understand my responsibilities and performance standards. I also understand what it will take me to succeed in this course and agree to give it my BEST attempt.

Signature ______Date ______

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